#MirwaizUmarFarooq Archives

Omar Abdullah Backs India–Pakistan Dialogue as BJP Reiterates ‘No Talks Until Terror Ends’: Kashmir’s Political Divide Deepens

July 4, 2026 Editor

Omar Abdullah Backs India–Pakistan Dialogue as BJP Stands Firm on Terror; Kashmir’s Political Debate Intensifies By: News Desk | 03 July 2026 The debate over whether India should reopen dialogue with Pakistan has once again become a major political issue, with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah openly supporting renewed engagement while the BJP has reiterated that no meaningful talks are possible unless Pakistan first ends cross-border terrorism. The discussion has gained momentum after a joint appeal signed by 117 eminent citizens from India and Pakistan urged Prime Minister…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges India and Pakistan to Resume Dialogue, Says Peace Can Only Come Through Talks

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Calls for Fresh India-Pakistan Dialogue, Says Peace Cannot Be Achieved Through Confrontation By: News Desk | 30 June 2026 Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has renewed his appeal for India and Pakistan to resume diplomatic engagement, saying that dialogue remains the only viable path to achieving lasting peace in South Asia. Speaking in Srinagar, the Mirwaiz urged the leadership of both countries to move beyond confrontation and revive meaningful negotiations aimed at reducing tensions and addressing long-standing issues, including Kashmir. His remarks come at a time…

Mehbooba Mufti Condemns Mirwaiz House Arrest on Eid as Jamia Masjid Remains Shut for 8th Consecutive Year

May 28, 2026 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Slams Mirwaiz House Arrest on Eid 2026 as Jamia Masjid Remains Closed for 8th Year By: Javid Amin | 27 May 2026 PDP Chief Says Restrictions on Eid Prayers Have “Become a Custom” in Kashmir On Eid-ul-Adha 2026, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti sharply criticised the administration for placing Kashmir’s chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq under house arrest and preventing him from offering Eid prayers at the historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar. The remarks came after authorities allegedly stopped the Mirwaiz from…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Calls for Masjids, Khanqahs and Imambaras to Become Centres of Social Reform in Kashmir

May 18, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges Masjids, Khanqahs and Imambaras to Lead Social Reform in Kashmir By: Javid Amin | 17 May 2026 Kashmir’s Chief Cleric Urges Religious Institutions to Lead Moral Revival, Unity and Community Responsibility Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has called for Kashmir’s masjids, khanqahs, and imambaras to move beyond the limited role of ritual worship and re-emerge as institutions of social reform, ethical guidance, and community unity. In a significant message carrying both spiritual and socio-political undertones, the chief cleric emphasized that religious spaces must actively address the growing moral…

National Conference Promises Liquor Ban in Kashmir Soon, Attacks BJP Over ‘Silence’ During LG Rule

May 17, 2026May 17, 2026 Editor

NC Promises Liquor Ban in Kashmir “Very Soon,” Targets BJP Over ‘Silence’ During LG Rule By: Javid Amin | 16 May 2026 Tanvir Sadiq Says Only National Conference Will Implement Prohibition; BJP, PDP, Apni Party and Hurriyat Intensify Pressure Over Alcohol Policy The debate over liquor prohibition in Jammu and Kashmir has escalated into a major political flashpoint after the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC) announced that a ban on alcohol in Kashmir would be implemented “very soon.” Senior NC leader and MLA Tanvir Sadiq declared that prohibition would…

Engineer Rashid Case: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Urges Centre for MP’s Release to Meet Ailing Father

April 17, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz’s Humanitarian Appeal for Engineer Rashid: Politics, Law, and a Family’s Final Wish By: Javid Amin | 16 April 2026 A Plea Rooted in Compassion In a deeply emotional and politically sensitive development, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has urged the central government to allow jailed Member of Parliament Sheikh Abdul Rashid—popularly known as Engineer Rashid—to meet his critically ill father in Srinagar. Rashid, who has been lodged in Tihar Jail since 2019 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, is currently unable to visit his father, Khazir Mohammad Sheikh, who is battling…

Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz Seek Relief for Asiya Andrabi: Humanitarian Appeal Triggers National Debate

March 26, 2026 Editor

Asiya Andrabi Sentence Row: Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz Seek Relief, Debate Intensifies By: Javid Amin | 26 March 2026 Kashmir’s Political Crossroads: Compassion vs Security In a development that has reignited debate across political and security circles, Mehbooba Mufti and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq have publicly urged the Indian government to reconsider the life sentence awarded to separatist leader Asiya Andrabi. Their appeal—framed on humanitarian grounds—comes shortly after Andrabi was sentenced to life imprisonment by a special court under stringent anti-terror laws. While the request emphasizes compassion, it has simultaneously triggered sharp…

Jama Masjid Closed, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Placed Under House Arrest Ahead of Shab-e-Barat Prayers in Srinagar

February 4, 2026 Editor

Jama Masjid Closed & Mirwaiz Under House Arrest Ahead of Shab-e-Barat in Srinagar | Religious Rights Clash with Security Measures By: Javid Amin | 03 February 2026 Historic Mosque Sealed on Holy Night Authorities in Srinagar abruptly closed the gates of the historic Jama Masjid just after Asr prayers on Tuesday and denied permission for Shab-e-Barat observances inside the centuries-old mosque — one of the valley’s most important religious sites for Kashmiri Muslims. At the same time, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, the chief cleric of Jama Masjid and a prominent religious…

‘Disturbing and Unacceptable’: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Assault of Kashmiri Shawl Vendor in Uttarakhand

January 31, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Condemns Uttarakhand Attack on Kashmiri Shawl Vendor, Raises Safety Concerns By: Javid Amin | 30 January 2026 A Moral Voice Raises Alarm The violent assault on a young Kashmiri shawl vendor in Uttarakhand has continued to reverberate across Jammu & Kashmir, drawing reactions not only from mainstream political leaders but also from prominent religious and community figures. Adding his voice to the growing chorus of condemnation, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, chief cleric of Kashmir and chairman of the Hurriyat Conference, has termed the incident “disturbing and unacceptable.” His…

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Barred From Friday Prayers for Third Consecutive Week at Srinagar Jama Masjid

January 10, 2026 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Says He Was Barred From Friday Prayers for Third Week at Srinagar’s Jama Masjid By: Javid Amin | 09 January 2026 Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Kashmir’s chief cleric, on Friday said he was prevented for the third consecutive week from leading Friday prayers at Srinagar’s historic Jama Masjid, alleging that he was placed under house detention by authorities. According to the Mirwaiz, police vehicles and personnel were stationed outside his residence, restricting his movement and preventing him from reaching the mosque. What the Mirwaiz Has Claimed In a…